Episodes

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Philadelphia Flyers winning their first round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins, meaning they will be the second round opponent for the Carolina Hurricanes. Also, they discuss LIV Golf reportedly losing its funding from the Saudi Public Investment Fund.

Paul Ihander is joined by Pack Power 24/7 editor Cory Smith to talk about NC State’s efforts to fill out the men’s basketball roster and the baseball team’s last ditch push to make the post-season + you get a Game 6 NBA and you get a Game 6 NHL.

Paul Ihander goes in-depth on the NCAA’s bright idea to expand the men’s and women’s March Madness college basketball tournaments and shut down the outsiders who want a piece of the action + the trend of filling college hoops rosters with European imports, like North Carolina just did.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to Cooper Flagg narrowly beating out Kon Knueppel to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Also, they discuss a potential MLS relocation and LIV Golf's financial issues.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' playoff run thus far, highlighting the exceptional play of Logan Stankoven. They also ponder the question: would Carolina rather play Pittsburgh or Philadelphia in the second round?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' 2026 NFL Draft class, headlined by first round pick Monroe Freeling out of Georgia. Will any of their picks be starting week one of the 2026 season? Also, they show appreciation for LeBron James and Kevin Durant, who are providing some elite basketball late in their careers.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' Game 4 victory over the Ottawa Senators, completing the first round sweep and punching their ticket to a second round date with Philadelphia or Pittsburgh.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers drafting Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling with the 19th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Did GM Dan Morgan make the right pick by bolstering their offensive line depth? Also, they touch on some of the other headlines from the first round of the draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-1 win over the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They welcome in Adam Gold, 99.9 The Fan Canes Insider and host of the Adam Gold Show, to discuss what the latest win means for Carolina, and how they can approach finishing off this first round series.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Jimmie Williams, new head coach of Campbell men's basketball, to discuss his transition to D1 coaching, roster building, and life in the hoop state. Also, they predict who the Carolina Panthers will select with the #19 overall pick in tonight's NFL Draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview Game 3 of the first round Stanley Cup Playoff series between the Carolina Hurricanes and Ottawa Senators- can the Canes put a stranglehold on the series by winning on the road tonight? Also, they react to Caleb Foster announcing his return to Duke for his senior season.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview what the Carolina Panthers may do at tomorrow's NFL Draft- how does a new play caller on offense affect their draft strategy? Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' belief in Logan Stankoven paying off come playoff time.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap a night of playoff action in the NHL and NBA, where many series are beginning to tighten up after two games. Also, they discuss a day full of commitments from the transfer portal, including Matt Able moving from NC State to UNC, NC State getting a big man, and Duke securing a star guard.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Monday night's slate of NHL Stanley Cup Playoff action, including the Carolina Hurricanes' potential second round opponent taking a 2-0 series lead. Also, they discuss the Carolina Panthers' offseason program beginning, as well as some free agent signings ahead of Thursday's NFL Draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' double-overtime victory in Game 2 of their first round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Ottawa Senators. How was Carolina able to hang in and extend their series lead? Also, they discuss NBA playoff action, as well as some MLB manager drama.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the latest transfer portal news for NC State, Duke and UNC, which all saw players commit from or take their names out of the transfer portal this weekend. Also, they discuss what the Carolina Panthers might do at pick #19 in Thursday's NFL Draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-0 shutout win over the Ottawa Senators in Round 1, Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and they look ahead to tonight's Game 2 at the Lenovo Center. Also, they break down the Charlotte Hornets' blowout loss to the Orlando Magic in the NBA play-in, and where Charlotte will go from here in the offseason.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss the latest updates on UNC basketball's transfer portal recruiting. Also, they ponder whether Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan could potentially trade the team's first round pick in next week's NFL Draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the first round schedule in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the Carolina Hurricanes, who are going up against a popular dark horse pick in the Ottawa Senators. Also, they preview the Charlotte Hornets' do-or-die play-in game in Orlando

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' first round series against the Ottawa Senators. Can the Canes continue their streak of first round playoff wins? Also, they discuss the news of the LIV Golf tour potentially facing financial trouble.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Wednesday night's NBA play-in action, with the 76ers defeating the Magic, and a vintage Steph Curry performance lifting the Warriors over the Clippers. Also, they discuss what the Carolina Panthers might do in next week's NFL Draft.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to get the latest updates on how new NC State basketball coach Justin Gainey is building his roster for next season. Also, they discuss Alex Ovechkin potentially playing the final game of his legendary career.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Charlotte Hornets' wild 127-126 overtime victory over the Miami Heat in the first game of the NBA play-in tournament. Can Charlotte win one more game and reach the first round of the playoffs? Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes getting a confirmed opponent for the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs: the Ottawa Senators.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to all the transfer portal activity out of UNC and NC State, including both teams getting their first big portal commits of the season. Also, they preview the Charlotte Hornets hosting the Miami Heat in the first game of the NBA's play-in tournament.